From Our Files: Moments from Hawai‘i’s Past–January Edition
A look back at Honolulu from January 1931 to 2006. Stories taken from the archives of Paradise of the Pacific and HONOLULU Magazine.
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Katrina Valcourt graduated from UH Mānoa with a degree in communication, completing the Video and Digital Cinema track while interning with the alternative newspaper Honolulu Weekly, where she continued to work until the publication folded in 2013. Shortly after, she joined the editorial team of HONOLULU Magazine, filling every role from temporary assistant to interim editorial director. She is now the executive editor of HONOLULU and spends her free time volunteering with the Hawai‘i International Film Festival and throwing pots at Hawai‘i Potters’ Guild.
A look back at Honolulu from January 1931 to 2006. Stories taken from the archives of Paradise of the Pacific and HONOLULU Magazine.
The biennial competition kicks off this weekend in Italy. Stream it live to see Il Gelato’s Dirk Koppenkastrop lead Team USA in a fight for the podium.
A new fiber optic cable allows real-time collaboration with studios worldwide.
Skip the meat jun and try the traditional dishes instead.
Il Gelato owner Dirk Koeppenkastrop will travel with the rest of the 2016 Gelato Team USA to Rimini, Italy to compete in the biennial competition this month.
Need some motivation to hit those resolutions? These gym deals will only be around for a limited time.
Start the year by networking with innovative minds, reading a memoir, partying with an old favorite local band and more.
Padovani’s Chocolates is the best-kept secret in town.
A look back at Honolulu from December 1930 to 1965. Stories taken from the archives of Paradise of the Pacific and HONOLULU Magazine.
Flavor takeover: Peppermint, gingerbread and eggnog galore!
From bean to bar, Dylan Butterbaugh and Tamara Armstrong of Mānoa Chocolate take us through the process of making chocolate.
Here’s our guide to giving back, from removing invasive species to decorating theater sets.
From truffles to single-estate bars to chocolate-covered everything, a roundup of O‘ahu’s best artisanal chocolate.
Yummy chocolate desserts that you can get at these O‘ahu eateries.
Check out Madre Chocolate in downtown Honolulu or Kailua.
We take you through the world of Hawai‘i Chocolate from bean to bar, and beyond.
December always makes us feel warm and fuzzy with all the positive vibes in the air. Here’s how to get out and share it with others.
This weekend’s best events are all under one roof.
The Historic Hawai‘i Foundation, the state Historic Preservation Division and HONOLULU Magazine compile an annual list of some of our state’s most endangered places.
Local surfer-girl-turned-superstar-model Keke Lindgard returns home for the second annual HONOLULU Fashion Week. Here’s what she’s been up to.
Magnolia Bakery and Café will open at Ala Moana Center Nov. 12.
We know you’ve already got solid plans Nov. 20 through 22 (*cough* HONOLULU Fashion Week *cough*), but we’ve got some other ways to help you fill runway-devoid days.
The first Tommy Bahama “island” in Hawai‘i will host its grand opening this Friday.
A look back at Honolulu from October 1930 to 1995. Stories taken from the archives of Paradise of the Pacific and HONOLULU Magazine.
There’s nothing scarier than missing these great events, from an extravagant costume exhibit to local music legends.
Meet five Hawai‘i physicians that are doing important work in our local communities.
The Kāhala Hotel and Resort’s Asian-Mediterranean-Hawaiian fusion restaurant begins a new era with an innovative chef and a totally revamped menu.
Since we know you’ve already got your tickets for the Hale ‘Aina Awards on Sept. 27, here are eight more ways to get out this month.
Café Grace takes bagels to a new level.
Field Notes explores Honolulu’s vast and varied scenes and subcultures. This month: paint parties.
It’s your last chance to see this local band before it relocates to the Mainland.
Get tatted up or stuff your face with baklava in these final days of freedom before school and traffic come back to ruin us all.
The 32 editorial and reader picks for tastiest food from our Best of Honolulu 2015 issue.
Discover all Best of Honolulu’s winners, both editorial and reader picks.
Dragons, sake, tiny dancers ... what more could you want?
Lei Chic’s guide to the weekend’s best events.
We tapped the experts in a battle of the boozes to find the best drink pairings.
How a phone call to a retired librarian led to the rediscovery of the state’s largest internment camp.
There ain’t no mountain high enough to keep us from getting out this month, now that it’s summer.